CliffB Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Here's my take on one of my childhood favourites, the Airfix 1/72 Westland Scout. I've added to it an Airwaves vac-formed canopy and also one of their PE frets (which mainly provides seats etc for the cabin). I've also provided some extra detailing to the engine area using bits and pieces. The model depicts the ex. ETPS Scout XP849 in it's later civil guise, G-CBUH. When I saw the Raspberry Ripple scheme it was love at first sight, although I've had to accept a few compromises to accuracy (most notably the lack of large rear cabin doors), in order to model it using the Airfix/Airwaves combo. I hope this doesn't detract too much! The model was built under the auspices of the Helicopter III Group Build and the build thread is here, if you fancy having a look. Cheers Cliff 50 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG058 Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Very nice Cliff, very nice indeed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob P Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Looking good. Nice to see a Scout finished. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parabat Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 What a superb little model of this workhorse. That canopy looks great. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Hello,Cliff - She is a delightful looking 'Scout' and is resplendent in your chosen scheme. All the best,Paul. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natter Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Top Scout. That canopy looks the biz. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForestFan Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Very nice, looks very smart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan B Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 That looks brilliant. I remember making this kit as a kid and even then I knew it was basic, so I reckon you've done a heap of work to get it to this level. Duncan B 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewE Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Lovely build. What a great scheme to finish it in as well. Andrew 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killingholme Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Top drawer! Will 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted April 29, 2016 Author Share Posted April 29, 2016 Thanks guys for your positive comments It's true, the replacement canopy is a beaut' and really helps to lift the model. Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cngaero Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Exquisite. Wonderful craftsmanship. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huvut76g7gbbui7 Posted April 29, 2016 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Very nice indeed. That's just the kick I need to dig out XV130 and finish it. Richard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k5054nz Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 Absolutely beautiful job, bravo! Dad built this for me as a kid and I was disappointed in the kit's accuracy but you've done well with it. This one appearing in the doco Test Pilot first taught me about the Scout, so I grew up loving this scheme on it...imagine my surprise when I found out it moved to NZ a year or two back! How cool! I haven't managed to see it in person yet: http://nzcivair.blogspot.co.nz/2011/03/two-new-scouts.html 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedy Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 I flew in this in 85 at BD doing engine off glides, the first one I S**t myself but I knew we weren't going to die I loved the other drops!,,, 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 Lovely crisp clean build of an old favourite. Nice one Cliff. Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foghorn Leghorn Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 Absolutely stonking! Silk purse from sow's ear. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 How could anyone not absolutely love that. The word 'stunning' is often overused, but this really deserves it. Cheers John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntPhillips Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 Brilliant, nothing more needs to be said. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted April 30, 2016 Author Share Posted April 30, 2016 Further thanks for all your great comments and 'likes' guys. They are much appreciated. It's particularly nice to learn that some of you have a personal connection to the aircraft too Cheers Cliff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountain goat Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 If I had more than two thumbs I'd hold 'em all up. An excellent model, not only well made but wearing awesome colours. Jay 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bombernut Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 There's a blast from the past. I reckon I built one of those over 40 years ago! Lovely job, Matt 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinxman Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 Lovely job on my favourite helicopter - beautiful finish, thanks for sharing, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abat Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 Outstanding work and lovely scheme. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted May 1, 2016 Author Share Posted May 1, 2016 Cheers guys! Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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